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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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