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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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