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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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