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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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