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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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