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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in elearning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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