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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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