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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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