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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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