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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have empowered students all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these exciting new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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