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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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