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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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