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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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