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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in digital education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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