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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in digital education technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Guatemala to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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