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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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