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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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