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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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