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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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