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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in elearning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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