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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better perceive these intriguing new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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