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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning have enabled people all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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