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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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