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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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