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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of 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 we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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