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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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