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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better perceive these open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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