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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers 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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