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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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