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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advances in learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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