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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are enabling students all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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