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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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