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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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