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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers 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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