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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology enable learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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