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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. 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 many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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