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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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