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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these exciting new open education endeavours. Educators want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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