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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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