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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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