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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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