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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these intriguing new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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