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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better understand these important new open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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