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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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