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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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