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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses 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 MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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