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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also studies 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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