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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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