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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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