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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New gains in elearning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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