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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure 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 we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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