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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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