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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Northern Cyprus to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Students want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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