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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Monaco to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also describes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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