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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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