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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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