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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online education are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better perceive these significant new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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