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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction 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 participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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