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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tumblr to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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