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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. 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 decent? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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