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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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