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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic educational technology are empowering people all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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