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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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