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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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