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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online 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 we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these important new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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