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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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