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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology enable learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open educational ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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