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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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