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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in online education technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better perceive these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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