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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Greenland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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