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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction 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 certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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