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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Fiji to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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