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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online education have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Burundi to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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