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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in online education technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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