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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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