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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions must deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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