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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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