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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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