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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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