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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Researchers want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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