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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning have enabled students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Panama to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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