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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in elearning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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