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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in digital education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better understand these significant new open educational experiments. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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