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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning are empowering students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Trainers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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