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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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