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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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