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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic education technology are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This 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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