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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in elearning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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