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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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