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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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