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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always 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 subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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