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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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