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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open education endeavours. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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