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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning have empowered learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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