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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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