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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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