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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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