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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for people 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 for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Public servants want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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