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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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