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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in e-learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? 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 learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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