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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. People want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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