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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ethiopia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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