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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to better perceive these promising new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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