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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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