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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. 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 instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these exciting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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