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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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