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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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