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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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