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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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