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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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