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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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