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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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