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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning are empowering students all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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