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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by 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 stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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