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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online education technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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