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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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