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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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