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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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