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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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