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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these promising new open education ventures. Professors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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