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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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