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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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