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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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