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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic education technology are empowering people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the schooling 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 be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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