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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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