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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with 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 organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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