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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in online learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because online 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 participants assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Tumblr to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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