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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the training 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 stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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