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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Belgium to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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