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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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