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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure 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 learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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