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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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