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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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