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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are considering today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses 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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