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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. People want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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