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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Students want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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