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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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