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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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