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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Universities want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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