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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all over the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these important new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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