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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering students all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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