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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in elearning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in classes 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 commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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