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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for 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 students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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