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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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