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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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