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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that 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 organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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