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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in online learning have empowered people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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