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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Andorra to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better understand these new open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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