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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Brunei to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open education experiments. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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