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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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