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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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