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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Angola to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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