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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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