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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guernsey to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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