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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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