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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning are providing the means for learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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