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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are considering now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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