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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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