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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online 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 training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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