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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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