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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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