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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology have enabled people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ross Dependency to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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