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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online education technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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