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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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