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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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