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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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