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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in electronic education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these interesting new open education experiments. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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