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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in electronic educational technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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