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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Barbados to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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