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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses 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 free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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