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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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