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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education