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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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