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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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