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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these massive 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 learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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