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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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