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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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