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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also deals with the key 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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