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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions have to consider today because e-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 institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources