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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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