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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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