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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online education technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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