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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in electronic educational technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Montserrat to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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