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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these interesting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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