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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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