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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like openHPI to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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