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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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