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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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