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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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