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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scholars want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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