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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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