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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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