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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also examines 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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