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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Reunion to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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