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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Trainers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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