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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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