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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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