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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open education experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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