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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning make it possible for students all over the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. 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 teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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