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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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