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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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