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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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