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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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