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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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