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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in electronic education technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how these 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 MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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