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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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