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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online education technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning 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 participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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