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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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