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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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