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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers 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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