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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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