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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also researches the key 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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