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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online education have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching 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 teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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