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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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