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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in digital education technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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