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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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