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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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