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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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