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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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