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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the 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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