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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in e-learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Abkhazia to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. People want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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