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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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