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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with now that online education 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 participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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