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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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