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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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