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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 (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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