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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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