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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bermuda to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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