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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online 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 guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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