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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic education technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Haiti to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Public servants want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources