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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that online education organizations have 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 participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. People want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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