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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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