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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching 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 students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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