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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology enable people all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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