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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in elearning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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