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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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