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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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