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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are considering now that online 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 participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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