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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? 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 and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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