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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in online learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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