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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Turkmenistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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