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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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