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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning enable students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are considering today because distance 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 we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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