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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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