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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Svalbard to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources