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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes 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 educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also describes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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