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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational experiments. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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