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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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