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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology have empowered learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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