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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the key 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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