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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these promising new open educational endeavours. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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