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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Guinea to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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