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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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