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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in elearning technology are enabling learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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