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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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