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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Twitter to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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