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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations 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. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Corporations want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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