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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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