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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic education technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wake Island to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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