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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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