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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these intriguing new open education experiments. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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