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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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