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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in electronic educational technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Estonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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