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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online education technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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