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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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