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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are considering today because e-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 these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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