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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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