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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open education experiments. Lecturers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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