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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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