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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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