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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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