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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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