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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to understand these promising new open education ventures. Professors want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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