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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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