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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better understand these open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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