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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also studies 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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