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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines 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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