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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in digital education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education