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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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