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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online education are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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