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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching 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 learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also studies the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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