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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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