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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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