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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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