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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? 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? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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