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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic education technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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