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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning enable people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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