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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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