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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes 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 lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Botswana to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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