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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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