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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning enable people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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