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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to deal with now that elearning 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 make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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