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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better understand these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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