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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these important new open educational ventures. Corporations want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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