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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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