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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in e-learning have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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