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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in elearning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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