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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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