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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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