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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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