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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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