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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that e-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 institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Chad to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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