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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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