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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations 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 stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Fiji to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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