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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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