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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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