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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in digital education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these promising new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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