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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 (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. People want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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