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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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