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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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