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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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