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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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