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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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