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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people 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. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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