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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology enable learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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