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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around 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 MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources