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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing 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 quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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