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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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