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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. People want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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