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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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