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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these interesting new open education undertakings. Professors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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