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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the most important 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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