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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Egypt to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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