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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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