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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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