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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online education technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these exciting new open education experiments. Professors want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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