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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning have enabled learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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