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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these significant new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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