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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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