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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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