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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online education technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Croatia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Professors and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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