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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Bangladesh to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources