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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also studies the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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