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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Corporations want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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