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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively 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 stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these important new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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