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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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