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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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