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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Yemen to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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