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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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