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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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