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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning enable people all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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