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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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