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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? How can we handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. People want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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