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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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