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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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