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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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