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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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