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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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