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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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