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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in elearning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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