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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in elearning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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