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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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