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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to understand these significant new open education endeavours. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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