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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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