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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to understand these exciting new open educational experiments. Everybody wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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