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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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