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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education