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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are empowering students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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