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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better grasp these intriguing new open education ventures. Professors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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