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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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