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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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