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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Reddit to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This amazing new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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