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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to understand these exciting new open educational ventures. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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