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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Andorra to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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