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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in online learning are providing the means for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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