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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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