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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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