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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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