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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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