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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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