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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these significant new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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