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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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