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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What strategies are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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