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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning enable people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these promising new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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