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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everybody wants to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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