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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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