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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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