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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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