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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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