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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in digital education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing 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 training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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