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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Belarus to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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