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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in elearning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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