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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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