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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online education are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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