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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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