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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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