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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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