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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these fascinating new open education experiments. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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