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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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