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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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