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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in elearning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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