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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources