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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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