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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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