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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Macedonia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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