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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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