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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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