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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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