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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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