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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in elearning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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