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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling humans all over 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 massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also studies the most important 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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