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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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