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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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