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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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