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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Academics want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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