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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Austria to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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