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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in online learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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