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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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