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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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