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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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