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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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