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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. 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 teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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