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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in online learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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