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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for 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 we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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