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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scholars want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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