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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also studies the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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