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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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