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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Singapore to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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