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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning 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 assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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