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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these exciting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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