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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this crescive desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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