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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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