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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations must deal with today because e-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 be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these promising new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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