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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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