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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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