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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open educational experiments. Universities want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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