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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning enable people all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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