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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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