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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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