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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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