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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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