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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning have enabled students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to understand these fascinating new open educational experiments. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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