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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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