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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education are enabling humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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