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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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