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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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