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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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