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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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