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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around 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. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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