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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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