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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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