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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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