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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these promising new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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