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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like The University of Chicago to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open educational experiments. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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