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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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