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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are considering today because learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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