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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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