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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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