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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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