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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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