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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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