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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning are enabling humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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