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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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