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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jordan to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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