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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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