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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing 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 control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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