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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in online learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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