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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these interesting new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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