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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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