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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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