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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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