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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning are enabling learners all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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