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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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