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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open education endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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