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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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