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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to understand these new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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