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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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