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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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