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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online education make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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