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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning have provided the means for humans all around the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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