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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning are empowering 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 MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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