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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of 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 MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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