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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these exciting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative 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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