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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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