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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing 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 teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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