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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in elearning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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