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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better grasp these open education initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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