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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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