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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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