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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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