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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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