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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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