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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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