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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Montserrat to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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