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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving 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 training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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