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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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