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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning enable learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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