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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online education make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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