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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in elearning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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