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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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