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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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