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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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