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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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