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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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