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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. People want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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