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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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