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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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