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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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