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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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