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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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