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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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