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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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