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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education undertakings. People want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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