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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that distance 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 organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Armenia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these important new open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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