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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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