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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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