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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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