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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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