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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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