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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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