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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in elearning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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