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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in elearning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners 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 numerous topics that elearning institutions have to consider today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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